Welcome to the world of tropical banana cake! If you are looking for a recipe that embodies the bright and vibrant flavors of a tropical paradise, you have come to the right place. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice cook, this article will guide you towards creating the ultimate tropical banana cake that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of tropical bliss.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
TROPICAL PINEAPPLE BANANA CAKE
All of my favorite tropical ingredients in one cake. It is my favorite cake for summer. It is unbelievably moist and tasty. I hope you get a chance to try it and share it with your family and friends. If you don't want to use macadamia nuts - pecans or walnuts will work and be tasty too (: Enjoy!
Provided by Tammy Brownlow
Categories Cakes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In your mixer cream butter and sugars on medium speed until fluffy. Add eggs, mashed banana, pineapple, vanilla and banana extracts, sour cream. Mix on low until well combined.
- 2. In a separate bowl combine flour, salt and baking soda.
- 3. Add entire flour mixture and mix on low until combined.
- 4. Grease and lightly flour 9x13 baking pan. Pour in batter and bake 30 to 35 minutes until done. Set aside to cool.
- 5. Combine glaze ingredients and mix until sugar has melted. Poke holes on top of cake and brush glaze over cake. You don't have to use the entire amount. I usually end up using about 3/4 of the glaze.
- 6. In a medium sauce pan add egg, evaporated milk, sugar, and butter. On medium heat cook and stir until thick and bubbling about 6 to 8 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in coconut and macadamia nuts until combined. Cool to room temperature.
- 7. Spread topping over cake. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
TROPICAL BANANA CAKE
I had some bananas sitting on the counter that needed to be baked into something, so I decided to make a cake. I didn't have any cream cheese to make a regular frosting, so I used the broiled frosting recipe my om had given me. Very easy, good flavors together. Makes a nice rustic presentation if you do it in layers. I included the cooling time in the prep time.
Provided by Miss Erin C.
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix the dry ingredients for the cake in a large bowl.
- Add the banana, buttermilk and shortening, mix on medium with an electric mixer.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, mix until well incorporated.
- Pour batter into 1 9x13" pan which has been greased and floured, or 2 8" pans that have been greased and floured.
- Bake at 350 for 35 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean.
- Remove cakes from oven and cool.
- For 8" layers, cool 10 minutes in the pans, turn out onto racks and cool completely.
- Frosting----------.
- Mix the brown sugar with the butter until combined.
- Add milk and mix until combine.
- Add pecans and coconut.
- For a 9x13 cake-------.
- Cover the cake with the frosting mixture and put under a broiler for 3-4 minutes.
- For the layer cake: Put the layers on a cookie sheet and spread each one with half of the frosting.
- Broil for 3-4 minutes.
- Let cool completely before assembling the cake.
- This makes a very good, rustic looking layer cake.
TROPICAL ISLAND BANANA CAKE
Steps:
- Place 1 cake, wide side down, on a serving platter. Stir frosting and banana extract in a large bowl to blend. Stir in yellow food coloring, 1 drop at a time, until desired color is achieved. Transfer 1/2 cup of banana frosting to a medium bowl; stir in mashed banana. Spread mashed banana mixture over top of cake. Cut 1 (2-inch wide) wedge from second cake. Spread 1/4 cup of yellow frosting over cut ends of second cake. Bring cut ends of second cake together, pressing to adhere. Place second cake, wide side down, atop cake on platter. Tear cut cake wedge into cubes. Fill hole in center of cakes with cake cubes. Spread remaining yellow frosting evenly over top and sides of cake to coat completely. Sprinkle cake with coconut, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Create an island "volcano" mold by shaping aluminum foil into a volcano shape, measuring 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Dip in melted chocolate and let cool and harden. Place the mold on top of the cake. Fill the center of the mold with green icing and smooth out. Place palm tree decoration inside the mold. Arrange fruit-shaped candy decoratively around the palm tree and base of cake.
Tips:
- Choose ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.
- Use quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the taste of your cake. Use real butter, fresh eggs, and high-quality flour.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake in a loaf pan: This will help the cake to rise evenly and prevent it from becoming too dry.
- Wait until the cake is completely cool before frosting it: This will help the frosting to set properly.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the cake for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
Tropical banana cake is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, sweet banana flavor, and tropical frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this tropical banana cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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